Developmental Service Worker

2 weeks ago

Pickering, Canada Kennedy House Full time

**ABOUT US**

Kennedy House (KH) is a not-for-profit organization with a long-standing dedication to providing exceptional personalized care for youth in the Greater Toronto Area for over 50 years. KH started with an initial family-like group home in 1971 and currently operates several residential and community-based programs, for marginalized and at-risk youth, including:

- One residential home for young people in care;
- Three homes for youth and young adults living with developmental disabilities;
- A Day Treatment school program for youth struggling in the typical school setting;
- Kennedy House Youth Centre, a secure custody facility for male youth experiencing conflict with the law;
- Bailiff services to safely and securely transport youth experiencing conflict with the law;
- Kennedy House After School Program for children aged 4-13 in underserved communities throughout Scarborough; and
- Kennedy House Youth Shelter, for youth aged 16-24 experiencing homelessness.

KH works with youth to enable them to grow as individuals and contribute as members of the community. This is achieved by providing customized support and building trusting relationships.

To learn more about our organization and the causes we support, we strongly encourage you to visit our website.

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Kennedy House - Residential Services Division is looking for dynamic, consultative, and results-oriented Developmental Service professionals to join our team in the role of Developmental Service Worker (DSW).

The Residential Services Division works in conjunction with child welfare systems and other organizations to provide individualized plans of care and support. We offer a wide range of programs including but not limited to the following: time management, hygiene, transportation, nutrition, self-growth, health & safety, financial management, purchasing and utilization of community resources, job skills & employment preparation and housing & accommodation support.

Reporting to the Program Supervisor and indirectly to the Clinical Manager, the incumbent will be responsible for the care and safety of the clients residing in the residence. The DSW will provide direct/ongoing supervision and care to clients, age 12+ who live with Intellectual and/or Developmental Disabilities, supporting their daily living environment while adhering to the organization’s policies and procedures regarding confidentiality, privacy, conflict of interest, and safety expectations.

Full-time and part-time positions are available at our program in Prickering, ON.
- The **full-time positions are based on 40 hours per week** and the incumbents are **required to work rotational sifts that incorporates morning, evening, and overnight** to best meet the needs of the Program and clients.
- **Part-time/casual/relief positions are based on your availability. **You **are not** reuired to comit to the rotational shift schedule and are able to pick up shifts that work best with your own schedule.

**KEY RESPONSIBILITIES**
- Provides case management to youth/individuals on caseload
- Provides appropriate personal and physical care as needed, including but not limited to: hygiene and toiletry, medication administration, and crisis response
- Advocates on behalf of individuals supported and liaise with family, medical, other professionals, and other service providers to address client needs
- Identifies needs of supported youth/individuals and participates in the development and implementation of life plans/plan of careto enhance clients’ capacity to function in all aspects of community living.
- Develops and implements life skills programs based on the Individual Support Plan/ Plan of Care
- Assists in monitoring achievement of personal outcomes
- Provides life skills training and emotional support to clients on a one-on-one or group basis
- Maintains documentation, monitors finances while ensuring an appropriate standard of living
- Provides direction to part-time and student placements staff as required
- Supports individuals to achieve their established goals using a strength-based approach
- Participate, attend and complete all required training meetings and/or learning programs
- Complies with the Occupational Health and Safety Act, applicable legislation, and workplace-specific health and safety policies and procedures
- Performs other duties as required

**EDUCATION**:

- A University Degree or College Diploma with a focus on Social Services and/or Behavioral Science is required
- Developmental Service Worker and Child and Youth Worker Degree or Diploma is preferred

**QUALIFICATIONS**
- Prior experience specifically related to working with youth with developmental needs. This may include placement experience.
- Demonstrated knowledge of developmental needs (intellectual, emotional, physical, and social) of children and youth
- Current certification in CPR and First Aid Level C is mandatory within 30 days of hire
- Current certification in CPI with autism awaren

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